About This Job

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Make your mark in Broadcasting. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the nation, programming 162 stations located in 79 geographically diverse markets after pending transactions. Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believes in a vision and is dedicated to making Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc a communications powerhouse. We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

WSTM/WSTQ/WTVH-TV is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated Sales Account Executive who can connect with clients and help them achieve their business objectives through effective TV and digital advertising. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, have an enthusiastic and outgoing personality, along with a drive to succeed. Most importantly - we are looking for hard-working salespeople who want to have FUN at work, make money and help local businesses grow.

Responsibilities will include:

Generate revenue for the station and meet monthly goals through effective outside sales techniques

Develop new business through selling commercial advertising time and other station products by reaching out to local businesses and other advertisers

Create and present advertising strategies and ideas for local businesses incorporating TV, online and digital mediums

Provide input on sales promotion ideas to sales management

Retain current business and develop new business contacts

Attain budgeted revenue goals through effective solicitations, promotions and service

Understand the business objectives and advertising strategies of clients and find ways to help them achieve their objectives through effective advertising

Required Skills

Qualifications:

Strong organizational, written and presentation skills

Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships

Competitive, persuasive, energetic and self-motivated traits

Ability to overcome objections

Working knowledge of new media, digital interactive initiatives and social media required

Outside media sales experience preferred but not required

Enjoy a fast paced environment with a desire to win

Professional appearance a must

Our Account Executives are some of the highest commissioned sales people in the industry. If you are interested in selling some of the best media in the industry, we want to hear from you!

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!